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Rapper-Actor DMX Dead at 50

NEW YORK (AP) — The family of rapper DMX says he has died at age 50 after a career in which he delivered iconic hip-hop songs such as “Ruff Ryders’ Anthem.” A statement from the family says the Grammy-nominated rapper…

Expert: Lack of Oxygen Killed George Floyd, Not Drugs

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A forensic pathologist says George Floyd died from a lack of oxygen that damaged his brain and caused his heart to stop, bolstering prior testimony by other experts. Lindsey Thomas is a former Hennepin County medical examiner.…

Whitmer Urges Halt of High School Classes, Youth Sports

LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is urging a two-week suspension of in-person high school classes, all youth sports, and indoor restaurant dining to address a surge of coronavirus cases and hospitalizations. She stopped short of ordering restrictions Friday,…

Wisconsin Supreme Court Says Don’t Purge Voters From Rolls

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin Supreme Court sided with Democrats on Friday and ruled that the state elections commission should not remove from the rolls voters flagged as possibly having moved, something conservatives have wanted to be done for…

Prince Philip, Husband of Queen Elizabeth II, Dies Aged 99

LONDON (AP) - Buckingham Palace officials say Prince Philip, the husband of Queen Elizabeth II, has died. He was 99. Philip spent a month in hospital earlier this year before being released on March…

UMD Men's Hockey Fall in Overtime to UMass in Frozen Four Semi-Finals

PITTSBURGH, Pa. - Minnesota native Garrett Wait scored the game-winning goal in overtime as UMass held on for the 3-2 win over the UMD men's hockey team in the Frozen Four national semi-finals. Tanner Laderoute and Cole Koepke each scored…

Local Kwik Trips Donate $5,000 to K-9 Foundation in Honor of K-9 Luna

DULUTH, Minn.-- After a gunman shot and killed Duluth Police K-9 Luna in February community support continues with a big check today to help in the cost to buy and train Luna’s replacement. "When…

MN-DOT Announces 2021 Construction Projects

DULUTH, Minn.-- Construction on the Twin Ports Interchange Project is now underway but that's not the only road construction project this summer. The Minnesota Department of Transportation announced its 2021 state construction projects all around…

Beaver Enjoys Gloomy Day on Woodland Avenue

DULUTH, Minn.-- The Duluth Fire Department made a furry rescue this evening in what are probably perfect weather conditions for a beaver! Take a look at the big guy, a big ol' beaver…

Zeitgeist Leads Vaccination Clinic in Hillside Community

DULUTH, Minn.-- Zeitgeist's Healthy Hillside Steering Team partnered with Essentia Health and other groups Thursday to give out the COVID-19 vaccine. They vaccinated 150 people with the second dose of the Moderna vaccine or the…

North Shore Businesses Optimistic for Strong Summer Tourism Season

TWO HARBORS, Minn. - Each year, hundreds of thousands of visitors venture up Minnesota’s North Shore, stopping along the way to help stimulate the various local economies in smaller communities. Two area businesses…

Two Harbors to Welcome New Business This Summer

TWO HARBORS, Minn. - A new place to purchase sweet treats and check out model trains is coming to the City of Two Harbors. Burlington Station is located along 7th Avenue, right before you…

Barnum Elementary School Celebrates National Unicorn Day 🙂

BARNUM, Minn. - It was a magical day at Barnum Elementary School Thursday. Teacher Mindy MacDonald got dressed up in a big unicorn outfit to celebrate National Unicorn Day. The actual holiday is on…

Community Vaccination Site to Open April 13 at UWS Wessman Arena

SUPERIOR, Wis. - 64 percent of residents living in Douglas County have not been vaccinated against COVID-19. That’s why health officials in the county can’t wait for shots to start being administered into arms Tuesday,…

Duluth Public Libraries Making Big Changes

DULUTH, Minn.- Some big changes are coming to the Duluth's branch libraries beginning Monday. Both the Mount Royal and West Duluth branches will be opening what they are calling their Library Express, after being closed…

Salvation Army Seeking Donations as FoodShare Month Continues

DULUTH, Minn. - Minnesota's FoodShare month in March has been extended. The Duluth Salvation Army is taking advantage of the extension with the last day to match donations in-person being on Friday. The organization is…

UMD Hosts Bulldog-Themed Blood Drive

DULUTH, Minn. - The American Red Cross and the UMD pre-med club hosted a Bulldog-themed blood drive at the University of Minnesota Duluth. Organizers say all 41 donation slots were filled. Although there is…

Wisconsin Records Highest Number of Virus Cases in 2 Months

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin has recorded the highest number of new COVID-19 cases in two months, leading to new warnings from state health officials about the growing spread of more contagious variants and a renewed call for everyone to…

Minnesota Eclipses 2,500 New Single-Day Virus Cases

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota health officials reported 2,500 new infections on Thursday as more infectious variants of the coronavirus drive case growth across the state. The new cases mark the highest single-day total since January as the state was coming…

Midday Update 4-8-21

Join FOX 21's Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, April 8, 2021.

Gov. Evers to Virtually Visit With Superior Middle School Students Friday

SUPERIOR, Wis. - Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers will virtually visit Superior Middle School students tomorrow, April 9. Superior Middle School Principal David Jensen says the governor will visit with 6th-grade teachers Mrs. Karly Caven and Mrs. Linda West’s classrooms through…

Expert Says Floyd Died From a Lack of Oxygen

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A medical expert says George Floyd died from a lack of oxygen, which damaged his brain and caused his heart to stop. Dr. Martin Tobin is a lung and critical care specialist from Chicago. He testified Thursday…

American Cuisine with Authentic Mexican Flare at Bucktales Cantina and Grill

SUPERIOR, Wis. - This week’s Cooking Connection takes us to Bucktales Cantina and Grill located south of Superior along Highway 35. Owner Dee Morales specializes in whipping up authentic Mexican dishes, but the…

Northland Newborns 4-8-21

Every Thursday morning on FOX 21 Local News from 7 – 9 a.m., we’re teaming up with Essentia Health to showcase Northland Newborns. Calling all proud parents, grandparents, aunts, and uncles! Email a…

Rochester Woman Charged in Attack on U.S. Capitol

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — FBI agents arrested a Rochester woman Thursday on charges connected to the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. Victoria White is expected to make her first appearance in federal court later Thursday. The details of the…

Morning Update 4-8-21